Catering Assistant

Elior Uk; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the UK is seeking a Casual Catering Assistant to support schools and colleges in Leeds. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean kitchen, offering friendly service, and adhering to safety regulations. Candidates should be collaborative and customer-focused, with a genuine interest in service excellence. This role offers flexible working and opportunities for growth. Join a people-first business where diversity and inclusion are celebrated.

Benefits

Free meals

Flexible working

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Focused on the front line.
• Be able to travel to different site across Leeds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are clean and well-presented.
• Keep up to date with menus and food offerings.
• Offer warm and friendly service.
• Follow safety and health regulations.

Skills

Customer service excellence

Team player

Catering experience

Barista experience

Job description

As and when required based on business needs | Term Time only

Casual

England, LS11 0LT

£12.50 per hour

Taylor Shaw – Great Food, Bright Futures

At Elliott Hudson College within Taylor Shaw, we believe healthy food fuels young minds, and we’re passionate about serving delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness – because we know young people deserve the best.

Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children's Barred List, and two suitable references.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Casual Catering Assistant, you will have plenty of responsibilities and opportunities to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team support schools and colleges in the Leeds area.

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

Working Pattern: As and when required based on business needs | Term Time only

What can you bring?

• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Catering and Barista experience desirable but not essential
• Be able to travel to different site across the city of Leeds

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities.

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!